CVE-2017-8918

Name: CVE-2017-8918
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-09-12T18:29:00.307+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.21%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-8918 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. XXE in Dive Assistant - Template Builder in Blackwave Dive Assistant - Desktop Edition 8.0 allows attackers to remotely view local files via a crafted template.xml file.. EPSS estimates a 2.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

XXE in Dive Assistant - Template Builder in Blackwave Dive Assistant - Desktop Edition 8.0 allows attackers to remotely view local files via a crafted template.xml file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.21%

80.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-611

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Blackwave	Dive Assistant	8.0

References

https://thenopsled.com/Exploit-DB%20Writeup.txtExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://thenopsled.com/Exploit-DB%20Writeup.txtExploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 12, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-8918?

XXE in Dive Assistant - Template Builder in Blackwave Dive Assistant - Desktop Edition 8.0 allows attackers to remotely view local files via a crafted template.xml file.

How severe is CVE-2017-8918?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-8918 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-8918?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2017-8918?

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Source: NVD / NIST